Leading the Pack Foundation | Home of Oketz Unit Alumni

Foundation Vision

A community of the unit’s veterans, working to promote and support its members, strengthen and preserve the unit’s legacy, and contribute to Israeli society and the broader community.

Goals

Building Community

We’re creating a strong, diverse alumni network that preserves intergenerational ties by supporting the transition to civilian life.
We promote professional connections, mutual support among alumni and their families, care for those affected by service, and ensure the well-being of retired dogs.

Standing by the Unit

We support the unit’s soldiers and dogs, accompany lone soldiers, and strengthen the reserve force.
We preserve and honor the unit’s legacy and pride — and embrace the bereaved families with care and solidarity.

Giving Back to Society

Inspired by the unit’s values, we promote social and educational involvement among our members, encourage meaningful military service among youth, and support the inclusion of people with disabilities in the army and society. We also create social initiatives that involve working with dogs.

Standing by the Unit

News & Updates

The foundation maintains a close relationship and is actively involved in the unit’s day-to-day efforts to support the well-being of its soldiers. We regularly share updates and news about the foundation’s activities and our ongoing collaboration with the unit.

All Updates

Staff Sergeant David Sasson z”l

18/3/2025

On the first anniversary of the passing of Staff Sergeant David Sasson, may his memory be blessed, a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, 26 March 2025, at 15:30 at the Netanya Military Cemetery.

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Opening Registration for Cohort B of the Mentoring Program

9/12/2024

Dear Alumni,

We’re excited to announce the opening of registration for both mentors and mentees for Cohort B of the “Guiding Paw” mentoring program, led by the Leading the Pack Foundation.

The program is designed to offer support and guidance to alumni who are seeking direction and mentorship from experienced professionals in fields relevant to the personal and professional challenges they are facing.

‍Who is the program for?

Anyone who served in the unit and is currently facing a professional or personal crossroads.

‍Who is the program not for?

This is not a therapeutic framework, a career placement service, or a platform for short-term, one-off guidance.

More details can be found in the alumni WhatsApp group.

Leading the Pack(HaHolchim BaRosh)

Foundation Vision

Goals

Building Community

Standing by the Unit

Giving Back to Society

Standing by the Unit

News & Updates

Staff Sergeant David Sasson z”l

18/3/2025

Opening Registration for Cohort B of the Mentoring Program

9/12/2024

Leading the Pack
(HaHolchim BaRosh)